Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress President
Gagan Kumar Thapa has been elected unopposed as the President of the Nepali Congress. Sitaram KC, Coordinator of the Central Election Committee, informed that Thapa was elected unopposed as the party President at the second special convention of the pro-faction currently held in Kathmandu. "Since Thapa was the only candidate for the president position, I announce that he has been elected unopposed," said Coordinator KC while announcing the election results. After being elected to the position of President, addressing leaders, cadres, and well-wishers at the special convention venue, Thapa expressed his determination to make the party one that its members are proud to be part of. “With the trust you have placed in me to take on the responsibility of the presidency, I will not let anyone bow their head down before anyone. I will uphold the dignity of the Nepali Congress party. I will ensure that all members who join this party feel proud to be part of the Nepali Congress. The party will work to ensure citizens know that Congress is there for them in difficult times,” said newly elected President Thapa.
Advantage Arsenal in League Cup semi-final after win at Chelsea
Arsenal edged towards their first League Cup final since 2018 as they beat London rivals Chelsea 3-2 in the opening leg of their semi-final at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Mikel Arteta's side were dominant for long spells and goals by Ben White, Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi should have virtually sewn up the tie. But Chelsea showed plenty of fight in Liam Rosenior's first home game in charge and a double from substitute Alejandro Garnacho kept their hopes alive, according to Reuters.
